2004 Ford Escape vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escape | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
